Best Ryan Dempster Podcasts (2025)

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Meathead, Barbecue Hall of Fame Member and Ryan Dempster, Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame Member, Plus Guest Co-host Scott Crawford, Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame Director of Operations 2:02:34

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Episode 294 is filled with members of their respective Hall of Fame's as we welcome Barbecue Hall of Fame member, Meathead and Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame member, Ryan Dempster. Plus we are joined by guest co-host Scott Crawford, Director of Operations for the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame. Meathead is the founder and publisher of the immensely…

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Ryan Dempster On Pete Crow Armstrong's Success & Old vs New Umpires 40:44

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On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by former Chicago Cub Ryan Dempster. We get his thoughts on how umpires have changed since he was in the league, his thoughts on PCA's success, and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit bar…

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Former MLB Player and Executive, Ed Lynch, Inventor of the BBQ Hooker, John Garcia With His Son, Gabriel, and Winner of Netflix's Season 2 Barbecue Showdown, Thyron Mathews 1:21:26

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Episode 297 features former Major League Baseball player and executive, Ed Lynch, inventor of the BBQ Hooker, John Garcia with his son, Gabriel, and winner of Netflix's season two Barbecue Showdown, Thyron Mathews Ed Lynch was drafted by the Texas Rangers and after three years in their minor league system he was traded to the New York Mets and had …

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White Sox Young Core Is Making Dave Love Baseball Again (Ft. Kyle Teel, Sean Burke, and Mike Vasil) 42:19

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Today on The Stretch we are joined by White Sox players Kyle Teel, Sean Burke, and Mike Vasil. We get into how Kyle Teel can’t stop smiling on the field (6:00) and what it’s like playing for Ryan Fuller (11:17). They answer some questions for us about how new technology has changed the way they play (21:06) and we go in depth on how baseball rating…

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MIKE NAPOLI Tells Hilarious Untold MLB Stories: Terry Francona, Big Papi & EPIC Casino Wins! 50:03

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In this episode, former MLB slugger and World Series champion Mike Napoli shares some of the most unforgettable stories from his career on and off the field. From his roots in South Florida to catching Manny Ramirez bombs in high school, Napoli reflects on the journey that took him through iconic clubhouses and unforgettable teams. He talks about t…

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Tyrese Haliburton's Injury The Most Disappointing Ever? + Jon Jones Retires and Addressing The Skate Off 1:19:29

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On today's episode of The Stretch we start by recapping the NBA finals game 7 and compare Tyrese Halliburton's injury to Derrick Rose's (1:43) We then get into hypothetical trade scenarios that would potentially rebuild the Chicago Bulls (4:08) and predict the NBA Draft (24:25). We discuss the Stanley Cup Finals and what it would take to make the P…

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Babe Ruth's Great-Grandson, Brent Stevens and Author, Kelly Bennett Discuss Out of the Mouth of Babe While Alex Fei of Roto-Q 360, Hunter Breshears of Plainville Farms, and Stefan Nicodemou of Saucy Rascals ... 1:18:48

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Episode 296 features Babe Ruth's great-grandson, Brent Stevens and author, Kelly Bennett discussing Out of the Mouth of Babe, while National BBQ Festival participants, Alex Fei of Roto-Q 360, Hunter Breshears of Plainville Farms, and Stefan Nicodemou of Saucy Rascals discuss their products Kelly Bennett is the author of many award-winning books for…

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Ice Cube On Filming Anaconda, Making The White Sox Hat Hip Hop, Diddy Parties & The Big 3 Basketball League (Ft. Chris Allen) 47:46

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Today on The Stretch we are joined by Ice Cube and Chris Allen of the Big 3. We kick things off by discussing the new city format of the Big 3 and Chris Allen promises us that Chicago will finally have a winning team to root for (2:22). Then we get into what it was like filming Anaconda in the Amazon Rainforest (8:46). Ice Cube tells us the story b…

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BRENT ROOKER Talks Hitting, Extension with A's & Emotional Goodbye to the Oakland Coliseum 52:03

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In this interview, Oakland A’s slugger Brent Rooker opens up about his journey through the highs and lows of professional baseball, from being overlooked to becoming one of the most productive hitters in the league. Rooker discusses the power of social media, the mental toll of not getting consistent opportunities early in his career, and how the A…

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Partying With The Stanley Cup Champion Blackhawks Teams & The Cubs Must Pay Kyle Tucker 58:01

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On today's episode of The Stretch, we from the jump get into a throwback of White Sox Dave's shower not taking. We then get into the stretch the Chicago Cubs have been on, while having a 2-4 record in their last 6 games, the pitching has improved. We later get into how the Pope had a service at Rate Field, we reminiscence on the former Blackhawk St…

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Baseball Gaijin, Tony Barnette and an Encore Presentation of Barbecue Hall of Fame Member, Lee Ann Whippen 1:48:10

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Episode 295 features baseball gaijin, Tony Barnette and an encore presentation of Barbecue Hall of Fame member, Lee Ann Whippen Tony Barnette is a former professional baseball pitcher and the main subject of the book, A Baseball Gaijin: Chasing a Dream to Japan and Back written by our previous guest, Aaron Fischman. Tony played in Major League Base…

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Tyson Bagent On Ben Johnson's Coaching Style, Being a Back Up Quarterback and from Playing D2 to the NFL 50:53

19d ago50:53

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On today's interview episode we are joined by Chicago Bears backup Quarterback Tyson Bagent. We get into his playing career in high school and at Shepherd University. We also get into how Ben Johnson's new staff compares to previous staffs, being a back up for Caleb Williams and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spoti…

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JUSTIN UPTON On Playing With Shohei Ohtani, MLB Career & Golfing with Tiger Woods! 1:00:27

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Four-time MLB All-Star Justin Upton joins the show to talk about his rise from top prospect to veteran leader—and everything in between. We talk about hitting a tee shot in front of Tiger Woods, getting dunked on by Zach LaVine, and the journey of his baseball life. Upton gets real about the pressure of being a No. 1 overall pick, debuting in the b…

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The White Sox Have A New Ownership Plan & The Bears vs Aaron Rodgers is BACK 1:03:55

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On today's episode of The Stretch, we start the show with a special guest and old friend Danny Conrad as Big Cat and him continue their ice cream Cold War. We then get into the White Sox new plan to have Justin Ishbia take over the White Sox in 2029. We then get into the Cubs adding bull pen arms, how Aaron Rodgers and the steelers are on the Bears…

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JAMESON TAILLON Talks Cubs & Yankees Stories, Surviving Cancer & Mental Toughness 58:52

27d ago58:52

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In this episode, we sit down with Chicago Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon! Jamo talks about his baseball journey—from being a highly touted first-round pick to battling cancer, undergoing two Tommy John surgeries, and carving out a role in one of the most exciting pitching staffs in the league. Jamo opens up about what it really takes to succeed in to…

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Can Jeff Blashill Fix The Blackhawks? + White Sox Dave's Insufferable New Hair 55:48

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On today's episode of The Stretch Big Cat starts the show by bringing a gift for White Sox Dave, and noticing how well Dave's hair looks 6 months after his transplant. We then get into the Blackhawks hiring Jeff Blashill to be their head coach. We then get into how the Cubs are a top team in the national league, Caleb Williams addresses that he wan…

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It's Time To Disco With Author, David Krell and We Talk Saucy with Big Dog Sauce Company Cofounder, Dan Lloyd 2:01:58

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Hang up the disco ball, put on the bell-bottom pants, tube tops, halter tops, leisure suits, and platform shoes as we step back in time to 1978 with author, David Krell and then come back to 2025 as we chat with the cofounder of Big Dog Sauce Company, Dan Lloyd. David Krell is an author, baseball historian, and a reoccurring guest. His latest work …

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Alec Martinez On Being Coached By Jeff Blashill & From The 108 Bobble Head Day 1:37:47

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On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by former Blackhawk Alec Martinez and the 108 Guys. With Alec we get into his time being coached under Blackhawks new head coach Jeff Blashill and stories from his playing career. With the 108 guys we get into their new bobblehead night with the White Sox, the state of the team and more. You can find …

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PAT MURPHY Opens Up About ASU Scandal, Coaching The Brewers & Winning MLB Manager of the Year 1:13:57

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Unlock the secrets behind Murf's legendary coaching style in this captivating episode filled with personal anecdotes, professional insights, and unforgettable stories from the world of baseball. From his journey as a bench coach to becoming an MLB Manager of the Year, Murf shares his philosophy on team dynamics, clubhouse chemistry, and connecting …

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Chef Ray's Annual Father's Day Gift Guide and Brett Moore is a Baseball Savant, Plus Guest Co-host, Gary Looney 1:50:31

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Episode 292 features Chef Ray's highly anticipated annual Father's Day Gift Guide and Brett Moore dazzles us with his encyclopedic baseball knowledge as Gary Looney joins us as guest co-host. Ray Sheehan also known as Chef Ray is an award winning maker of barbecue sauces and rubs as well as an award winning cookbook author. We continue with our ann…

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Ryan Arcidiacono On The Villanova Knicks & Playing With Derrick Rose 48:29

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On today's show we are joined by Ryan Arcidiacono to talk about, his future career plans, how his former teammates from Villanova are playing in the conference finals, and his time playing with the Chicago Bulls. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more…

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DYLAN CEASE On The Art of Pitching, MLB Journey & San Diego Padres 45:13

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Dylan Cease joins the boys on Diggin' Deep! Padres ace shares his MLB journey, from overcoming Tommy John surgery as a teen to mastering new pitches in San Diego’s cutting-edge pitching lab. Discover how the lab’s groundbreaking technology helps refine pitch mechanics and unlocks untapped potential, offering a rare glimpse into the science behind t…

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Pete Crow Armstrong Destroyed White Sox Dave, Caleb Williams Wants To Save The Bears, & Best Chicago Dive Bars 59:05

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On today's episode of The Stretch, we get into breaking down the article stating Caleb Williams did not want to be drafted by the Bears and the Bears schedule release. We also get into the Cross-Town Classic and how Pete Crow Armstrong is playing at an MVP level. We later get into the NBA playoffs and how Nicky Smokes does not know what a dive bar …

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Author of Homestand: Small Town Baseball and the Fight for the Soul of America, Will Bardenwerper and Founder of Nate's Smokehouse BBQ Blends, Nate Corbitt 1:48:43

2M ago1:48:43

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Episode 291 features Will Bardenwerper, author of Homestand: Small Town Baseball and the Fight for the Soul of America and Nate Corbitt, founder of Nate's Smokehouse BBQ Blends Will Bardenwerper has contributed to The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Harper's Magazine. He served as an Airborne Ranger-qualified infantry officer in Iraq and w…

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Kyler Gordon on Competition With Caleb Williams and the Struggles of the 2024 Season 39:18

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On today's episode of The Stretch we are joined by Bears Cornerback Kyler Gordon. We get into how his life has changed since signing his extension with the Bears. We talk about the vibe of the locker room last season after Eberflus was fired, his newly found hatred for the packers, and his competition with offensive players and Caleb Williams. You …

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DAYTON MOORE Talks Untold 2015 Royals Stories, Creating A World Series Roster & Drafting MLB Players 1:29:09

2M ago1:29:09

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What fueled the Kansas City Royals' unforgettable 2015 World Series win? Dayton Moore reveals the behind-the-scenes stories, pivotal trades, and the unwavering commitment that shaped the team’s championship journey. From bold roster decisions like acquiring Johnny Cueto and Ben Zobrist and the players' relentless drive, this episode unpacks it all.…

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THE NEW POPE IS FROM CHICAGO & CUBS PITCHING STRUGGLES 53:25

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On today's episode of The Stretch, we break down the sports fandom of the new pope as he is a Chicagoan, and seen at the 2005 world series. We later get into Chief's favorite soccer team having a season collapse making White Sox Dave Big Cat's new soccer informant. We also get into Bears mini camp, Eddie apologizes for gaslighting chief, we talk NB…

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Former MLB Player, Carlos Baerga and World Food Championships Finalist, Michelle O'Guin Both Know a Thing or Two About Competing 1:47:28

2M ago1:47:28

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Episode 290 features former Major League Baseball player, Carlos Baerga and World Food Championships finalist, Michelle O'Guin Carlos Baerga is a former Major League Baseball player, who spent most of his playing career with the Cleveland Indians. It was during his time with Cleveland that he earned three All-Star appearances, two Silver Slugger Aw…

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MLB Agent Breaks Down Contract Negotiations & Arbitration 48:26

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On today's episode we are joined by Nate Marques, an MLB agent. We get an inside look on how MLB contract negotiations are discussed, the arbitration process, and more. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio…

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TREY MANCINI On Beating Cancer, MLB Comeback & Orioles Memories 54:53

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In this candid interview, Trey Mancini opens up about his incredible journey, from his early days growing up in Winter Haven to making a name for himself in Major League Baseball. Trey shares his experience battling cancer, including his diagnosis just weeks before his birthday and the emotional and physical challenges he faced during treatment. He…

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HEATED DEBATE Erupts Over Bears Worst Free Agency Signing | The Stretch May 5th, 2025 1:19:19

2M ago1:19:19

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On today's episode of The Stretch, White Sox Dave is back from italy, so he begins with giving the boys a wine and cheese tasting. We then get into the Bears signing/trading for a new running back which leads us to a HEATED debate between Chief and Eddie over who was the worse signing: DeAndre Swift or Nate Davis? We also get into the Cubs, White S…

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HQ Trivia and ChangeUp's, Scott Rogowsky and King Louie's Meat Apostles, Michael Goff and a Recap of the Jeff Michner Foundation BBQ Benefit at Pig Beach 1:56:56

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Episode 289 features HQ Trivia and ChangeUp's, Scott Rogowsky and King Louie's Meat Apostles, Michael Goff and a recap of the Jeff Michner Foundation BBQ Benefit at Pig Beach. Scott Rogowsky is a comedian and television personality. He is well known for his time hosting HQ Trivia, a mobile game show. Scott also co-hosted ChangeUp, a baseball progra…

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Grading The Bears 2025 Draft Class (Ft. Mike Renner) 33:23

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On today's episode we are joined by Mike Renner from CBS sports and the Pushing the Pile Podcast to breakdown the Chicago Bears 2025 draft class. You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/redlineradio…

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RYAN DEMPSTER Talks Facing Barry Bonds, Jim Leyland Stories & 2013 Red Sox Memories 1:14:38

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In this exclusive interview with former MLB pitcher Ryan Dempster, he reflects on his remarkable career, offering insights from his time in the league and beyond. From growing up in Canada and playing hockey to his transition into baseball, Dempster shares stories of his journey, including his experiences in the World Junior Championships, his work…